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If you are interesting in filing for divorce in California it is important to familiarize yourself with the most current laws surrounding divorce. Frequently asked questions regarding divorce are often whether they should hire an attorney? In addition, what is the duration of a divorce in California. These questions are all significant and one should [...]

If you are unsure if you would like to file for divorce, then it is important to consider alternate methods of conflict resolution. Mediation is an alternative method of conflict resolution. Mediation involves both parties voluntarily agreeing to attend mediation session. The mediator attends the discussion sessions between the parties to ensure that both parties [...]

In order to assist in determining what is in the best interests of the child, the court sometimes appoints a child custody evaluator. The child custody evaluator considers the health, safety, welfare and best interest of the child regarding custody and visitation issues. Generally, the child custody evaluator conducts interviews with the parents, children, other [...]

Both marriages and domestic partnerships are legally recognized relationships entered into by a couple. However, a couple in a domestic partnership must be cohabitating  (living together) and are not legally married via marriage certificate or civil ceremony contract. A common reason couples choose to enter into a domestic partnership is to be able to sign [...]

If you are looking to file a divorce you will want to know the rules of the court in your county along with the divorce process in that county. For instance, if you are seeking a divorce in Orange County you will want to visit occourts.org. On the Orange County court website it will let [...]

In a family law divorce case if there are children custody and visitation will need to be determined. Parties will need to evaluate their situation and decide if they will need legal counsel. Sometimes if parties feel they will be in agreement and their wont be any issues they may decide to appear in proper. [...]

In a divorce there are many things to consider, such as, is this really what you want for yourself and your family. In addition, finances may be a highly weighted consideration. It is important to figure out how much finances you have and how much are needed for daily necessities, and for your children. In [...]

In the divorce process it is often difficult to come to an agreement with the other side in regards to splitting assets acquired during the marriage.  Divorce is stressful and emotionally draining on the parties. Often the parties may not be making logical decision and may respond impulsively from anger. In order to ensure that [...]

In a divorce both parties will need to consider the stress that has been put on the family and the children. It is pertinent to always keep the child’s best interest at heart. Parenting programs help the parties to stay on track and can help reduce stress for you and your family. If you need [...]

Family law attorneys are the ones who can assist you during a divorce, legal separation, or mediation session. Along with these categories previously listed they will assist you with the division of community property. In a divorce there may be one party who is unreasonable therefore the divorce may not be resolved amicably. It is [...]